Forever Ago Superman: An immigrant's story
Nov 8, 2023
Superman, the first superhero, was created by two teens from Cleveland in the 1930s. His origin story was inspired by their experiences as children of immigrants. The hosts discuss creating a new superhero, their favorite superheroes and inventions, and the challenges faced by immigrants. They also explore the early success of Superman, the process of creating their own origin stories, and the impact of popular superheroes. They hint at an upcoming episode on the history of Thanksgiving.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Creating a Brand New Superhero
01:52 • 11min
Favorite Superheroes and Inventions
13:16 • 2min
The Origins of Superman: A Story of Immigration and Identity
14:52 • 12min
The Early Success of Superman
26:54 • 2min
Origin Stories and Dream Superpowers
28:26 • 2min
Superhero Origins and Surprises
30:09 • 3min